High Street is in Castleton, Whitby and in North Yorkshire district. YO21 2EE is located in the Danby & Mulgrave electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Scarborough and Whitby. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about High Street, Castleton, Whitby, YO21 2EE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO21 2EF, YO21 2EG, YO21 2EQ, YO21 2DH, YO21 2DA, YO21 2ER, YO21 2ET, YO21 2EW, YO21 2EP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding YO21 2EE has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.3% | 49.7% | 0.4% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 50.7% | 50.3% | -0.4% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of YO21 2EE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.4% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 21.7% | 18.5% | -3.2% | 37.9% | -19.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.8% | 61.4% | 2.6% | 44.2% | 17.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 8.6% | 7.9% | -0.7% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 9.4% | 10.2% | 0.8% | 6.1% | 4.1% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45.2% | 46.6% | 1.4% | 48.4% | -1.8% |
| Good health | 34.7% | 33.9% | -0.8% | 33.6% | 0.3% |
| Fair health | 15.3% | 14.7% | -0.6% | 12.7% | 2.0% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 4.5% | 1.1% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 46.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12% | 12.9% | 0.9% | 18.2% | -5.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.5% | 5.9% | -1.6% | 9.6% | -3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 9% | -5.6% | 13.4% | -4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 7.8% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 14.5% | 2.9% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 46.1% | 46.7% | 0.6% | 33.8% | 12.9% |
| Other | 3.4% | 3.1% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 100% | 98.6% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
In this area, 94.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.9% | 94.2% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| European Union | 3.4% | 4.1% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.6% | 94.2% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.5% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 0.3% | -4.1% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.3% | 76.7% | 9.6% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 12% | 13.5% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.8% | 37.2% | -5.4% |
| Christian | 62.7% | 46.2% | 16.5% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around High Street was 27.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 47.0% lower than the Danby & Mulgrave average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
High Street has the 11th lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Danby & Mulgrave and the 734th lowest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -22.0%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Methodist Church High Street, Whitby, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2022-05-20 | £242,326 |
| Castleton Methodist Church High Street, Whitby, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2022-05-20 | £242,326 |
| April Cottage, 3 High Street, Whitby, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £203,000 | 2019-10-10 | £256,096 |
| April Cottage, 3 High Street, Whitby, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £108,000 | 2013-07-31 | £163,259 |
| 5 High Street, Whitby, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2004-07-23 | £304,473 |
YO21 2EE area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 10% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
YO21 2EE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in YO21 2EE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 110 |
| Full-Time Employee | 47 |
| Self-Employed | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Education | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 18 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castleton Primary School 38 High Street , Castleton YO21 2DA | 4out of 4 | 25 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Danby Church of England Voluntary Controlled School Ainthorpe Lane , Danby YO21 2NG | 2out of 4 | 1,428 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moorland Waldorf School The College , Botton Village YO21 2NJ | - not rated | 4,475 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Eskdale Inn | Station Road, Castleton | 62 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| North East Co-op | 8 High Street, Castleton | 183 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Castleton Cricket Club CRICKET GROUND CRICKET GROUND STATION ROAD | grass pitches | 400 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.